Year 2 Word Problems
Solve one-step and two-step real-life problems involving addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
Try the worked examples below, then start an adaptive session that adjusts to your level.
Worked examples
RookieRead and interpret directly.
5 boxes with 2 sweets each. Total sweets?
- 10
- 7
- 12
- 5
Answer: 10. Multiply.
ProCompare and infer.
3 packs of 4 pens; lost 2. How many pens left?
- 10
- 12
- 14
- 9
Answer: 10. × then −.
GuruMulti-step reasoning.
A class has 20 children. 1/2 like apples; 1/4 like oranges; rest like grapes. How many like grapes?
- 5
- 10
- 15
- 0
Answer: 5. Find each fraction, subtract.
Skills in this topic
- Multiplication Word ProblemsPractise multiplication word problems within Word Problems for Year 2, with worked examples and instant feedback.
- Division Word ProblemsPractise division word problems within Word Problems for Year 2, with worked examples and instant feedback.
- MoneyAdd, subtract and give change with amounts of money.
- TimeTell the time and solve problems involving durations and timetables.
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- What is covered in Year 2 Word Problems?
- Solve one-step and two-step real-life problems involving addition, subtraction, and multiplication. Key skills include Multiplication Word Problems, Division Word Problems, Money, Time.
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